Narcan & Fentanyl Tests Available
Harm Reduction Resources Available for a Safer Community
Access Free Narcan and Fentanyl Test Strips at Beacon Mental Health Main Campus Lobby
Beacon Mental Health is committed to promoting the safety, health, and well being of our community. Through a valued partnership with the Clay County Public Health Department, we provide free Narcan (naloxone) and fentanyl test strips to anyone who may benefit from them, no questions asked. These harm reduction tools are essential resources in preventing overdose and empowering individuals, families, and caregivers with potentially life saving support.
Narcan (naloxone) is an FDA approved medication that can rapidly reverse an opioid overdose by blocking the effects of opioids in the brain. It is safe, easy to administer, and effective when used promptly. Narcan can be lifesaving during an opioid use emergency. Because anyone may encounter someone experiencing an opioid related emergency, we encourage community members, even those who do not use opioids themselves, to carry Narcan as a precaution, much like a first aid kit.
Fentanyl test strips serve as another important layer of protection. Because fentanyl is increasingly found in many substances, even those not typically associated with opioids, test strips can help individuals check drugs for the presence of fentanyl before use. This gives people the knowledge they need to make safer, more informed decisions.
To ensure individuals feel confident using these tools, we have provided access to an educational “How to Use Narcan” video that walks viewers through recognizing an overdose and administering naloxone.
